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Trip Overview

The average train between Gainsborough and London takes 2h 36m and the fastest train takes 1h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Gainsborough to London. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 36m
Duration
148 mi
Distance
£49
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Retford to King's Crosstrain train York - London Kings Cross / ...
2h 20m
£30–71

Gainsborough to London train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Gainsborough and London. The earliest departure is at 7:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Gainsborough is at 11:05 PM which arrives into London at 7:28 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)1h 54m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedHull Trains2h • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)1h 59m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)1h 50m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 5m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)1h 50m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)1h 54m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)1h 52m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 5m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)1h 52m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)1h 53m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)1h 54m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 3m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 3m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 1m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 5m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 5m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)1h 50m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)1h 54m • 1 change

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)1h 52m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)2h 5m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Gainsborough to London? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Gainsborough to London.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 147.7 mi
  • Duration: 2h 36m

What companies run services between Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, England and London, England?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Retford to King's Cross hourly. Tickets cost £45–65 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Hull Trains also services this route every 4 hours.

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